--- title: Dentist at SIHF Healthcare in Granite City, IL description: SIHF Healthcare is hiring for the Dentist role in Granite City, IL. Pays $165K–$195K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/dentist-at-sihf-healthcare-01a16773-5185-720c-bb3a-775e2a6d70fa date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join SIHF Healthcare as Dentist in Granite City, IL. Pays $165K–$195K per year. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/b0fbbp.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | SIHF Healthcare | | **Location** | Granite City, IL | | **Salary** | $165K/yr - $195K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 07, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** SIHF Healthcare sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 2 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for SIHF Healthcare. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $166,000 – $260,000 a year (median $198,000). ## Description # General Dentist **SIHF Healthcare | McKinley Clinic | Granite City, Illinois** **Salary Range: $165,000 - $195,000 Annually** **Eligible providers may qualify for Federal and State Loan Repayment Programs, creating substantial value beyond base compensation.** ## Make an Impact. Build Relationships. Love Where You Work and the Community You Serve. SIHF Healthcare is seeking a compassionate General Dentist to join our established dental team at our McKinley Clinic in Granite City, Illinois. We are looking for a provider who enjoys working with children and adolescents and is committed to providing high-quality dental care in a supportive, family-centered environment. This position primarily serves patients under the age of 18 and offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the oral health of children throughout the communities we serve. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), SIHF Healthcare provides the opportunity to deliver high-quality dental care while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. ## Why Join SIHF Healthcare? ### Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: - **Federal and State Loan Repayment Opportunities for eligible providers** - **401(k) with employer matching** - Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and floating holiday - Paid parental leave - Employer-paid life and disability insurance - Continuing education and professional development support - Tuition reimbursement - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage ## Life Beyond the Practice Practice in a community where you can make a real impact while enjoying easy access to everything the St. Louis region has to offer. Located in Granite City, Illinois, the McKinley Clinic offers convenient access to downtown St. Louis, major sporting events, dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions while maintaining the affordability and shorter commute times that make Metro East communities attractive places to live and work. ## Position Summary The General Dentist provides comprehensive dental care services to pediatric and adolescent patients in an outpatient setting. This position emphasizes prevention, early intervention, patient education, and evidence-based treatment while helping children and families establish lifelong oral health habits. Working collaboratively with dental, medical, behavioral health, and support staff, the General Dentist helps improve the oral health of patients and communities served by SIHF Healthcare. ## Essential Responsibilities - Provide comprehensive dental care to pediatric and adolescent patients. - Perform examinations, diagnoses, treatment planning, preventive services, and restorative procedures. - Deliver fluoride treatments, sealants, oral health screenings, and patient education. - Evaluate and manage acute and chronic dental conditions. - Prescribe medications as clinically appropriate. - Educate patients and families on oral hygiene, nutrition, and preventive care. - Collaborate with providers and support staff to coordinate patient care. - Participate in community outreach and oral health education programs. - Maintain accurate, timely documentation within the electronic health record. - Comply with all applicable clinical, regulatory, quality, and organizational standards. - Attend required meetings and participate in continuing education activities. - Perform other duties as assigned. ## Qualifications ### Required - Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited institution. - Illinois dental license or eligibility for licensure. - DEA registration or eligibility. - Comfortable providing comprehensive dental care to pediatric and adolescent patients. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. ### Preferred - Two or more years of clinical experience. - Experience treating pediatric and adolescent patients. - Experience working in a community health center, public health, or FQHC setting. - Bilingual skills are a plus. ## Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Strong clinical knowledge of general dentistry and preventive care. - Ability to work effectively with pediatric and adolescent patients and their families. - Experience using electronic health records. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based healthcare environment. - Cultural competence and commitment to serving diverse populations. - Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. ## Work Schedule Monday through Friday, day shift. Travel between SIHF Healthcare locations may be required. ## Physical Requirements Light physical activity performing clinical duties. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. ## About SIHF Healthcare ### Vision **Enriched health and life in a just society.** ### Mission To build partnerships, develop safe and affordable housing, foster community engagement, promote economic development, provide access to comprehensive healthcare services, and reduce disparities. ### Values **Compassion • Diversity & Inclusivity • Excellence • Integrity • Respect • Stewardship** ## Customer Service Expectations Treat every person with dignity, respect, and kindness by listening attentively, responding to concerns promptly, and following through on commitments. Support patients, families, and team members with professionalism, patience, and empathy. ## Compliance Statements Employees are expected to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, professional standards, SIHF Healthcare policies, HIPAA requirements, and Patient-Centered Medical Home expectations. ## Equal Employment Opportunity SIHF Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. ## ADA Statement Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. ## Skills - Sealants - Bilingual - Problem Solving - Patient Care - Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (Hipaa) Compliance - Patient-Centered Care - DEA Registration - Doctor - Interpersonal Skills - Preventive Care - Community Health - Oral Hygiene - Dental License - General Dentistry - Community Outreach - Patient/Client Education - Treatment Planning - Oral Health - Federally Qualified Health Center (Fqhc) - Continuing Education - Dental Care - Clinical Experience - Cultural Competence - Communication - Electronic Health Records (Ehr) - Nutrition ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Parental Leave - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Floating Holidays ## Related - [Healthcare & Medicine jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Dentist jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine/dentists?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Dentist jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine/dentists/dentist?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Hospitals and Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/hospitals-and-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 385443 jobs - [Illinois](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 101547 jobs - [Granite City, IL](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois/granite-city?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 285 jobs ## Related pages - [Hospitals and Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/hospitals-and-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 385443 jobs - [Illinois](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 101547 jobs - [Granite City, IL](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois/granite-city?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 285 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)